Manuscript Development Program Events 2008-2009

Contact Amy Benson Brown (abrow01@emory.edu) for more information about the following events planned for the academic year 2008-2009.

Spring 2009
"Book Contracts 101: Your Rights as an Academic Author" February 18, 2009; 4:00 - 530, Location: White Hall, Room 200
Academic authors frequently deal directly with scholarly and professional book publishers, without representation by a literary agent or lawyer. There are many issues, however, that authors should be aware of when negotiating a book contract. Innovations in publishing technology and digital media have also raised new questions and complications related to preserving authors' rights. This colloquium explores issues authors should consider and negotiation techniques when presented with an offer to publish their book. Co-sponsored by the Manuscript Development Program and the Office for Intellectual Property in Woodruff Library.

"Thinking Like Your Editor" with Susan Rabiner, February 24, 2009; 4:00-5:30; Jones Room, Woodruff Library
We are pleased to bring literary agent Susan Rabiner to campus. Her book, "Thinking Like Your Editor: How to Write Great Serious Nonfiction--and Get It Published," has been widely useful to scholars writing for broader audiences. Rabiner’s literary agency represents authors in fields ranging from medicine to history.

"Book Publishing Today: A Panel Discussion for Law Faculty" March 23, 2009; Noon to 1:00; Gambrell Hall, Faculty Library
Academic authors confront a variety of issues in developing a book project from idea to finished product. This panel features several law school faculty who have recently published books, along with representatives from Emory’s Manuscript Development Program, to discuss issues from book proposals, to literary agents and types of publishing houses. Co-sponsored with the Law School and the Center for Faculty Development and Excellence.

"Book Proposal basics: A Brown-bag Workshop" Date/Location TBA
Elizabeth Gallu will lead this discussion about how to put together an effective proposal. The importance of query letters will also be discussed. Guest authors will be on hand to share their winning proposals and to offer useful, first-hand advice. Check back for more information on this event.